Folks, we just lost one of the greats – on January 10th, 2016, rock legend David Bowie passed away after an 18 month battle with cancer. But rather than simply mourn, we must also celebrate his life and legacy. On this week’s episode of Hear and Now with Steve Jozef, […]
The Magicians: The Source of Magic Recap
Synopsis of 1×02: In the aftermath of the Beast’s attack, Quentin and the others may be facing expulsion. Meanwhile Julia tries to find her own place among the magical underground. Rating: ★★★★☆ Where the first half of the two-part series premiere left us in a state of shock, the second half […]
The #NerdsRead Pull List – January 20, 2016
This week, Sam continues with Nerdophiles-favorite Lumberjanes, from BOOM! Studios. Jackson enjoyed the newest spin on Poison Ivy with Poison Ivy: Cycle of Life and Death, from DC Comics, as well as the family focus of Uncanny Inhumans, from Marvel Comics. Check out all of our reviews below and let us know what […]
The X-Files: Founder’s Mutation Recap
Synopsis of Part 2 of 6: A mysterious suicide leads Mulder and Scully to investigate a host of genetic deformities in children and the experiments that may have lead to them receiving mysterious powers. Rating: ★★★☆☆ A not-insignificant number of episodes of The X-Files open with a sequence of unexpected events […]
The 100: Wanheda – Part One Recap
Synopsis: Clarke continues to hide from those hunting her. Bellamy, Monty, and Kane venture into new territory in an attempt to find Clarke. Jaha makes an effort to bring Murphy into his fray. Rating: ★★★★☆ The 100 returns with a bang and doesn’t disappoint, but some viewers, like myself, are left wishing they had […]
The X-Files: My Struggle Recap
Synopsis of Part 1 of 6: Fox Mulder is drawn back into the X-Files by a conservative talk show host who believes he’s uncovered the truth about the government’s actions post-Roswell. Scully questions the truth about her abduction and her relationship with Mulder. Rating: ★★☆☆☆ Chris Carter came to prominence in […]
“Mojave” Tries Very Hard, But Ultimately Feels Empty
Mojave (2016) Release Date: January 22, 2016 Cast: Oscar Isaac, Garrett Hedlund, Mark Wahlberg, Louise Bourgoin, Walton Goggins Director: William Monahan Studio: Atlas Independent, Henceforce Pictures, Relativity International, MICA Entertainment Distributor: A24 Genre(s): Crime Thriller Rating: ★★☆☆☆ Review Spoilers: Medium IMDB | Rotten Tomatoes | Wikipedia Mojave almost instantly feels like the film embodiment of the story of […]
Heroes Reborn: Project Reborn Recap
Synopsis of 5×13: It’s over. It’s finally over. Rating: ★☆☆☆☆ And now my spirit may be laid to rest, for my business on this Earth is finished. Like any great tragic hero, Heroes Reborn died as it was always meant to. Solid concepts were presented and mangled. Most of the […]
Elementary: Murder Ex Machina Recap
Synopsis for 04×09: After a nightclub shooting of some Russian socialites, the shooters tried to get away only to have their car malfunction and leave them dead. Sherlock and Joan are set to investigate. Rating: ★★★☆☆ Apparently Clyde won’t be making anymore appearances for the rest of the season. The acting turtle […]
Agent Carter: Lady of The Lake / A View In The Dark Recap
Synopsis: Peggy arrives in Los Angeles to investigate a mysterious killing – and gets way more than she bargained for. Rating: ★★★★★ I honestly have no idea why the MCU hasn’t taken far greater advantage of Marvel’s long history. But I’m also glad they haven’t because nothing could ever bridge that gap […]